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Whipple, Jack K.
Rohrbaugh, Joshua S.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Department of Mechanical Engineering
2023-08-23T16:12:52Z
2023-08-23T16:12:52Z
2023-06
2023-07-18T16:17:27.553Z
https://hdl.handle.net/1721.1/151842
The design process for an Electric Drift Trike Vehicle is examined. Functional requirements and performance specifications for the trike are created. Driving geometrical relations for the trike’s frame are set based on experiments in rider posture and comfort. The coefficient of friction for the drive wheels is measured to inform powertrain design decisions. Acceleration profiles of the trike are simulated to select a motor and chain drive ratio for the vehicle. A motor controller and battery system are selected to match the requirements of the drive motor. System architecture and safety features of the trike’s electrical system are explained through the startup sequence and wiring diagram of the trike.
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Performance Simulation and Powertrain Selection for an Electric Drift Trike Vehicle
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